Aprile's Kitchen

These blueberry lemon streusel muffins are a delightful combination of tart and sweet, featuring juicy blueberries and a zesty lemon flavor, all topped with a crunchy streusel topping. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet snack, they offer a moist and fluffy texture that is sure to brighten your day with every bite, making them a must-try for berry lovers!

Ingredients:

For the Muffins:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup buttermilk (or milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar added)
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

For the Streusel Topping:

• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, eggs, buttermilk, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; be careful not to overmix. Gently fold in the blueberries.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
6. To make the streusel topping, combine the flour, brown sugar, softened butter, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Use a fork or your fingers to mix until crumbly.
7. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the muffin batter in the cups.
8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are lightly golden.
9. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Enjoy warm or at room temperature, and indulge in the delightful combination of blueberry and lemon flavors in every delicious bite!